Desa Singora – Apartment in Kampung Makam, George Town

Desa Singora is an apartment development in Kampung Makam, part of George Town on Penang Island. This page covers where it sits, which developments are close by, and what to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About Desa Singora

Desa Singora is an apartment development in the Kampung Makam area of George Town, on the Penang Island side of the state. Apartments in George Town are a common choice for people who want to live on the island and stay close to the city, whether they plan to own and live in a unit or rent one. If you are weighing up your options, compare Desa Singora with other apartments and condominiums in the same part of George Town. Homes in the area can differ in age, layout and upkeep, so a side-by-side look helps you judge what suits your needs and budget.

Location and neighbourhood

George Town is the state capital of Penang and its main city. It has a mix of older neighbourhoods and newer high-rise homes. Our directory lists 135 developments in the same area as Desa Singora, so there is plenty to compare if you are house-hunting nearby. The following developments are within a short distance. All distances are straight-line, so actual travel distances will be longer. The Rise Collection 2 (apartment) is about 0.3 km away and Medan Ria (apartment) is about 0.4 km away. Four more are each about 0.5 km away: Beacon Executive Suites (serviced residence), Birch Plaza Court (condominium), Birch Regency - Times Square (residential high-rise) and Jalan Patani (flat). Looking at listings in these developments can give you a sense of the choices in this part of George Town.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you commit, ask the agent or the management office for the key details. These include the tenure, the type of title, the monthly maintenance fees and sinking fund, and which facilities are available to residents. If you are buying, check the title and any restrictions with your lawyer, and ask whether there are outstanding fees on the unit. Always view the unit in person, and if you can, visit at different times of day to get a feel for noise, traffic and parking. Look at the condition of common areas such as lifts, corridors and car parks, as these show how well the building is looked after. Tenants should read the tenancy agreement closely. Check the deposit, what furniture is included and who pays for repairs. Comparing several current listings will also help you judge whether an asking price or rent is fair.